Stuart Semple changed his name to Anish Kapoor, because only Anish Kapoor has the rights to use Vantablack for artistic purposes.
replyI think there might also be export restrictions, but I'm not sure.
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reply>Semple developed a pigment called the "pinkest pink" and specifically made it available to everyone except Anish Kapoor and anyone affiliated with him
Anish seems like a bit of a dick
I love the petty little fight over the blackest black and pinkest pink or whatever that whole drama is. It's hilarious.
replyBoth of which are rather disappointing and wouldn't really stand out more than any other nice colour
replyThe beige/brown fans give me a woodgrain vibe more than anything. Straight white would probably be more popular with LED folks imo.
replyyep, white pc component are almost always at a premium :p
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